Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross "1849", Iii Class, C.1900 Hold 3 mm (w) x 86

3 mm (w) x 86 mm (h) inclusive of its crown and dragon suspension

27mm x 45mm

with evidence of re-attachment of reverse medallion

measuring 23 mm (w) x 42 mm (h)

constructed of a heavy card stock frame with a faux olive-drab leather exterior

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross "1849", Iii Class, C.1900 Hold 3 mm (w) x 86(Verdienstkreuz). Instituted in 1849. Type III (1875 1913). In silver with red and white enamels, Austrian hallmarked with a Diana's head (Dianakopf) (which was used between 1872 and 1922), the head flanked by a "2" on the left and an "A" (Vienna) on the right, and maker marked "V. MAYER & SHNE IN WIEN" on the ring, measuring 36 mm (w) x 56. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its crown and laterally pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, very light contact,